Special Education Instructional Assistant — Full Benefits

Michigan Association of School Boards; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Muskegon Area Intermediate School District (MAISD) seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students with significant disabilities under the supervision of classroom teachers and the Student Services Department. The role involves assisting with pre-academic and academic instruction, self-care, behavior management, data collection, and collaboration with families.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate’s degree or better, and preferred knowledge of TCI and Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or better (or ability to pass Work Keys).
• Ability to read and comprehend written program plans and instructions.
• Ability to assist with student behavior plans and implement supports (TCI if needed).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision and collaborate with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance and training to students in pre-academic, academic, self-care, and vocational areas.
• Assist with preparing instructional materials for lessons.
• Support students with self-care needs (feeding, toileting, etc.).
• Monitor and support behavioral management as directed by the teacher.
• Collect and analyze student data for progress monitoring.
• Attend parent/teacher conferences when requested.
• Follow schedules and collaborate with Wesley School staff.
• Uphold district conduct codes and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Work in MAISD classrooms or community sites as required.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Reading comprehension

Behavior support

Collaboration

Flexibility to physical requirements

Education

Associate’s degree or better

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Drive

Board Maker

Tienet Service Capture

Job description

Muskegon Area Intermediate School District (MAISD) seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students with significant disabilities under the supervision of classroom teachers and the Student Services Department. The role involves assisting with pre-academic and academic instruction, self-care, behavior management, data collection, and collaboration with families.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate’s degree or better, and preferred knowledge of TCI and Microsoft Office suite.